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UK health officials report a tuberculosis outbreak at an Amazon warehouse near Coventry, prompting expanded screening.
A small number of non-contagious TB cases were identified at the fulfilment centre in September, authorities say.
Amazon states it is cooperating with the NHS and UKHSA to determine the next steps for staff safety.
Experts say early diagnosis and timely treatment are crucial to saving lives in TB cases.
Most patients with TB respond well to antibiotics over a course of at least six months.
Public health concerns focus on workplace safety and potential spread in crowded, poorly ventilated settings.
UKHSA West Midlands official Dr Roger Gajraj says the small outbreak poses no onward risk.
Authorities note the outbreak follows broader concerns about vaccination rates and antibiotic resistance.
Health officials emphasize that TB is transmissible via airborne droplets from coughs or sneezes.

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Self-isolate for two days if unwell after norovirus symptoms, as cases surge and to curb transmission across communities and hospitals.
Norovirus cases rose by more than 60% in a fortnight, with the sharpest increases seen in people aged 65 and over and rising hospital outbreaks.
Public health guidance reiterates the 48-hour after-symptoms rule and stresses not to return to work, school, or care settings until it has passed.
UKHSA epidemiologist Amy Douglas notes the rise was expected post-Christmas and emphasizes continued vigilance, especially for vulnerable groups.
Washing hands with soap and water, and using bleach-based cleaners to disinfect surfaces, are key to stopping spread; alcohol gels are not effective against norovirus.
Symptoms typically include vomiting and diarrhoea across ages, with fluids and rest essential to prevent dehydration.
Bedding and clothing contaminated with vomit or stool should be washed at 60C to prevent further transmission.
Officials advise avoiding visits to hospitals, care homes, schools, and workplaces when unwell to protect vulnerable groups.
Hospital outbreaks are rising as norovirus and other winter viruses surge, contributing to NHS service pressures during peak season.
NHS guidance aligns with general advice to stay off school or work for 48 hours after symptoms stop to prevent onward spread.
Public health messaging emphasizes ventilating indoor spaces and avoiding unnecessary contact while symptomatic to protect vulnerable individuals.

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